Intel Core 3 201E vs Intel Core 5 213PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data leaves no ambiguity: the Intel Core 5 213PTE wins all 17 recorded comparisons against the Intel Core 3 201E. The closest margin is a modest 6.3% advantage in single-threaded PassMark tests, while the widest gaps exceed 60% in specialized workloads. The Core 5 213PTE's dominance is consistent across every category, from rendering to encryption.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 5 213PTE scores 21751 against 12613 for the Core 3 201E, a 42% deficit for the smaller chip. The single-core R23 result tells a similar story: 3070 versus 1780, again a 42% gap. This pattern repeats across all Cinebench versions, with the Core 5 213PTE holding a uniform 42% advantage in both R15 and R20 multi-core and single-core tests. The consistency indicates a fundamental performance tier difference rather than workload-specific behavior.

The PassMark suite reveals where the Core 5 213PTE pulls further ahead. Prime number finding shows the largest delta at 63.7%, with scores of 157 versus 57. Floating point math follows closely at 53.6% ahead (71722 versus 33260), and integer math trails at 52.9% ahead (93109 versus 43894). These arithmetic-heavy tests highlight the Core 5 213PTE's extra compute resources.

Data compression favors the Core 5 213PTE by 37.1% (261083 versus 164160), while data encryption shows a 38% edge (14413 versus 8931). Physics calculations deliver a 48.1% advantage (2199 versus 1141), and random string sorting lands at 40.9% ahead (30106 versus 17783). Extended instructions complete the picture with a 31.7% lead (16146 versus 11035).

The multi-threaded PassMark score confirms the trend: 25590 versus 14839, a 42% difference. Even the single-thread PassMark result, where the Core 5 213PTE's advantage is smallest, still shows a clear win at 3718 versus 3482. The Core 3 201E does not record a single victory across any benchmark in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE records an average benchmark score of 32924, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 3 201E averages 19056, which lands in the 73rd percentile.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Core 5 213PTE scores 21751 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 42% higher than the Core 3 201E's 12613.

Q: What is the difference in single-thread performance?

A: The smallest gap appears in PassMark single-thread testing, where the Core 5 213PTE scores 3718 versus 3482 for the Core 3 201E, a 6.3% advantage. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the difference is larger at 42% (3070 versus 1780).

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Core 3 201E has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Do both CPUs support the same memory types?

A: Yes. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both also support ECC memory.

Q: How do their nearest rivals compare?

A: The Core 3 201E sits within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, Intel Core i5-12400F, Intel Core i5-1335U, and AMD EPYC 7773X. The Core 5 213PTE lands within 0.5% of the Intel Core i7-12700, AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, and AMD Ryzen 7 8700G.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same Bartlett Lake codename and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node with Intel as the foundry. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 and integrate UHD Graphics 730. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The core configuration diverges sharply. The Core 3 201E packs 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core 5 213PTE doubles that to 8 cores and 16 threads. This doubling drives most of the multi-threaded performance gap observed in the benchmarks.

L2 cache scales with core count. The Core 3 201E provides 1.25 MB per core, while the Core 5 213PTE offers 2 MB per core. Shared L3 cache also differs: 12 MB on the Core 3 201E versus 24 MB on the Core 5 213PTE. The larger per-core L2 and double L3 capacity give the Core 5 213PTE a substantial cache advantage for repeated data access patterns.

Die size data exists only for the Core 3 201E at 163 mm². The Core 5 213PTE's die size is not recorded in the database. Transistor counts are unavailable for both parts.

Both CPUs support PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Memory support is identical: DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel, 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, and ECC capability. The integrated graphics are the same UHD Graphics 730 on both.

Specification Differences

The most visible specification gap is core count: 4 cores on the Core 3 201E versus 8 cores on the Core 5 213PTE. Thread counts follow at 8 versus 16. Base clocks differ substantially, with the Core 3 201E at 3.60 GHz and the Core 5 213PTE at 2.10 GHz. Boost clocks reverse the ordering: 4.80 GHz on the Core 3 201E versus 5.20 GHz on the Core 5 213PTE.

Thermal design power favors the Core 5 213PTE despite its higher core count, rated at 45 W versus 60 W for the Core 3 201E. L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB on the Core 3 201E and 2 MB on the Core 5 213PTE. Total L3 cache is 12 MB versus 24 MB.

Release dates differ by over a year. The Core 3 201E launched on January 12, 2025, while the Core 5 213PTE launched on March 8, 2026. The launch MSRP is $134 for the Core 3 201E and $221 for the Core 5 213PTE. Part numbers are SRVTR for the Core 3 201E and SA4QM for the Core 5 213PTE.

Die size is recorded only for the Core 3 201E at 163 mm². The Core 5 213PTE has no die size entry. Both share the same socket, memory support, memory bus, bandwidth, ECC support, PCIe configuration, integrated graphics, market segment, production status, and unlocked multiplier status.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 213PTE wins every benchmark category in the database. Its largest advantages appear in compute-heavy workloads: prime number finding (63.7% ahead), floating point math (53.6% ahead), and integer math (52.9% ahead). These results point to sustained parallel arithmetic throughput as the Core 5 213PTE's strongest domain.

Physics calculations show a 48.1% lead, benefiting from the extra cores and threads. Multi-threaded PassMark confirms general parallel workload strength at 42% ahead. Data encryption (38% ahead) and data compression (37.1% ahead) indicate solid performance for storage and security tasks. Random string sorting at 40.9% ahead suggests efficient memory and cache utilization.

The Core 5 213PTE's narrowest win is single-thread performance at 6.3% ahead in PassMark. This indicates that while the Core 5 213PTE has a higher boost clock (5.20 GHz versus 4.80 GHz), the single-thread advantage is modest compared to the multi-thread gap. The Core 3 201E's higher base clock (3.60 GHz versus 2.10 GHz) does not translate into any single-thread victory.

The Core 3 201E records zero benchmark wins. Its only distinguishing characteristics are a lower launch MSRP, lower power draw at 60 W TDP, an earlier release date, and a smaller physical die size. None of these translate into performance advantages in the recorded tests.

The Verdict

The data directs a clear choice. For any workload captured in the benchmark suite, the Intel Core 5 213PTE outperforms the Intel Core 3 201E by margins ranging from 6.3% to 63.7%. The average benchmark score of 32924 versus 19056 places the Core 5 213PTE in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, ten points higher than the Core 3 201E's 73rd percentile.

The Core 3 201E's lower launch MSRP of $134 versus $221 reflects its position as the entry-level option. Its 4-core, 8-thread configuration with 12 MB L3 cache and 60 W TDP suits lighter desktop workloads. The Core 5 213PTE doubles the cores and threads, doubles the L3 cache, raises the boost clock to 5.20 GHz, and lowers the TDP to 45 W. These specification advantages appear directly in the benchmark results.

Users requiring maximum multi-threaded throughput, heavy arithmetic processing, or data compression speed should choose the Core 5 213PTE. Its 42% lead across all Cinebench versions and 53.6% advantage in floating point math make it the only viable option for rendering, simulation, or number-crunching tasks. The Core 3 201E's single-thread deficit of 6.3% in PassMark, while smaller, still leaves it behind even in lightly threaded applications.

The Core 3 201E offers the lower launch MSRP and a smaller die size, but the recorded performance data shows no scenario where it wins. The Core 5 213PTE's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-12700 and AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, both within 0.5% of its average score. The Core 3 201E competes with lower-tier parts like the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS and Intel Core i5-12400F, all within 0.4%.

Benchmark results indicate the Core 5 213PTE is the superior processor for every measured workload. The Core 3 201E remains a functional desktop chip for basic tasks, but the data does not support its selection over the Core 5 213PTE when both are available and performance is the deciding factor.